Ice fishing in all directions
Site Staff
January 19, 2021
Today’s technology for staying on
iced-over fish.
Crappie
Panfish progression, options: ice fishing with soft plastics – Video
Site Staff
January 15, 2021
The secret has been out for years – soft, finesse plastics work very well for catching panfish (crappies and bluegills) through the ice. Here’s a rundown of the progression depending on depth of water and
Illinois Fishing Report – January 15, 2021
Site Staff
January 15, 2021
Perch still in play in harbors; panfish hot in the southern part of the state.
Illinois Woods & Waters – Des Plaines Lake, Lake County
Site Staff
January 15, 2021
According to DNR’s report on the lake, Des Plaines “has a nice largemouth bass population because it’s a backwater of the Des Plaines River. Backwaters are magnets for many fish species that benefit from slower
Iowa Fishing Report – January 14, 2021
Site Staff
January 15, 2021
Ice conditions are still quite variable across the state, but where anglers are able to get out and fish, they seem to be finding some success.
Indiana Fishing Report – January 15, 2021
Site Staff
January 15, 2021
We are in limbo between open water and ice fishing on most lakes. Fishable ice is in certain areas, but with warm weather spell, many areas are iffy.
Michigan Fishing Report – January 13, 2021
Site Staff
January 14, 2021
As we head toward the middle of January, ice fishing is becoming more widespread; however, caution still needs to be used. Anglers are mostly targeting crappie, bluegills, bass, pike and walleye.
New York Lake Profile – Cossayuna Lake, Washington County
Site Staff
January 14, 2021
A huge bass fishing destination in the summer, Cossayuna – at nearly 4 miles long – has plenty of surface area for anglers to tackle any time of year, including through the ice.
Wisconsin Fishing Report – January 14, 2021
Site Staff
January 14, 2021
Some of the best walleye action is taking place at night and by anglers willing to get away from the crowds. Panfish also seem to be affected by all the activity.
